Brakeboard: Disc Brakes For Longboard Skateboards
pro longboard skateboarders would have no problem with regulating the speed when going downhill, but for the rest of us, we will need a little help from Brakeboard, a disc brake system designed specifically for longboard skateboards for slowing or stopping. though referred as "disc brakes" these aren't actually

pro longboard skateboarders would have no problem with regulating the speed when going downhill, but for the rest of us, we will need a little help from Brakeboard, a disc brake system designed specifically for longboard skateboards for slowing or stopping. though referred as “disc brakes” these aren’t actually disc brakes per say; they are more like clutch system that when installed to your regular longboard, allows you to rein control over your board’s descending speed when going downhill. stopping and controlling downhill speed is just a step away whether it is right from the start or in the midst of the descent. according to Brakeboard, retro-fitting this innovation braking system to your longboard will not alter your boards ability for turns, and so are the various tricks such as power sliding.

the starter kit does not come with a board, instead it comes with a pair of trucks: the rear truck sports two independent cone clutches for the braking effect, while the front truck is an aesthetically matching regular truck. the former is linked to a foot-operated pedal via a urethane bushing and controlled by your body weight which allows a smooth braking without throwing you off the deck. not only will you be get smooth braking and stopping, but braking with Brakeboard also saves your wheels too, which would otherwise be worn out quicker with the current methods of stopping or slowing the board. the trucks are made from a combination of gravity cast aluminum and stainless steel for strength and durability.

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Brakeboard is seeking your money to fund further development of this product. you can help by making a pledge of $199 or more for a set of Brakeboard Boxset which consists of the aforementioned trucks, packed in a limited edition road-case. check out Brakeboard’s Kickstarter page for more reward levels (there is a couple of reward level that comes with the board if you need one).

Brakeboard: Disc Brakes For Longboard Skateboards